Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance vs Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance 6.0 s Runner-up: 7.4 s
Power winner Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance 371 hp Runner-up: 243 hp
Cargo winner Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance 612 L Runner-up: 456 L
Price winner Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD $47,915 Runner-up: $62,250

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance against the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.0 seconds, compared with 7.4 seconds for 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD. 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance has the higher listed output at 371 hp; 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD is rated at 243 hp, a difference of 128 hp. The torque figures follow 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance at 460 Nm and 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD at 394 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD has the lower recorded consumption at 6.3 L/100km; 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance is listed at 7.8 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 612 litres versus 456 litres, a difference of 156 litres. 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD carries the higher towing rating at 1,588 kg, while 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance is listed at 1,500 kg. 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD is 76 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD has the lower listed starting price at $47,915, compared with $62,250 for 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance. 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance2024 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.0 s7.4 s
Top Speed250 km/h180 km/h
Power371 hp243 hp
Torque460 Nm394 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank65 L65 L
Efficiency7.8 L/100km6.3 L/100km
CO2 Emissions179 g/km143 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,890 mm4,966 mm
Ground Clearance186 mm203 mm
Cargo612 L456 L
Curb Weight2,010 kg2,010 kg
Towing1,500 kg1,588 kg
Seats58
Turning Circle11.8 m11.8 m
Starting MSRP$62,250$47,915

Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance vs Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.0 seconds, versus 7.4 seconds for 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance has more power at 371 hp, a 128 hp advantage over 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance has more listed cargo space at 612 litres (21.6 cu ft), versus 456 litres (16.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,588 kg (3,501 lb), compared with 1,500 kg (3,307 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

Both cars have the same listed curb weight of 2,010 kg (4,431 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $47,915 USD, compared with $62,250 USD for 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance or the 2025 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid AWD?

2024 Lexus RX 500h F Sport Performance leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.